University or Organization: Southern Illinois University Carbondale in Niigata
Department: Intensive English Department
Rank of Job: Teacher
Specialty Areas: Teaching English as a Second Language
Description:
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in Niigata (Japan) is
seeking 2 full-time instructors to teach in the Intensive English
Program starting March 8, 2004.
TERM: One short-term contract (between � and � of a year) and one
long-term contract (approx. one year) will be offered. Both contracts
may be extendable.
QUALIFICATIONS: MA in TEFL/TESL/TESOL, Linguistics or related field
and experience teaching ESL/EFL in an academic setting. The working
environment features aspects of both an American university and a
Japanese business; cooperation is essential. Candidates must also be
flexible regarding participation in school events and activities.
Some experience with Japanese learning and teaching styles will be
helpful.
DUTIES: Teach English language classes in an intensive coordinated
program. Class load is 20 hours a week. Instructors are also
expected to hold 5 office hours a week, attend faculty meetings and
participate in occasional school/dorm events and recruitment
activities.
SALARY & BENEFITS: 300,000 yen per month (about $ 2,700 at the
exchange rate of $1.00 = 110 yen). Free housing near campus,
subsidized health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, relocation
allowance of 150,000 yen, contract completion bonus.
Submit cover letter, resume highlighting teaching experience and three
letters of reference (non-returnable). Well organized Email
applications will be accepted.
Address for Applications:
Attn: Director of IEP Cameron Crawford
SIUC-N
439-1 Oaza Nagahashi
Nakajo, Niigata 959-2637
Japan
Position is open until filled
Contact Information:
Director of IEP Cameron Crawford
Email: siucnsearchyahoo.com
Tel: 0254-43-6200
Website: http://www.siu.edu/~nakajo